Maria's Malt-OH-Meal to the rescue!

I'm so sick of eggs.

If I don't eat eggs for breakfast again for a long time, well...it won't be long enough.

Even when our eggs are this beautiful... (sorry, couldn't help posting this photo - we really do have beautiful eggs, even if I am sick of eating them!) :o)

Ok, I might be "eggs"-aggerating a little bit - but I really am sick of eggs for breakfast.

I've been reaching for my protein shakes often (and I do love their ease of use and simplicity!) - but this morning I really wanted a hot breakfast.

March in MN is evil this year and right now, it seems as though winter will never end.

I know it will, but oh my word, this winter seems loooong.

Any-who.....back to breakfast. :o)

This morning I made Maria's Malt-OH-Meal. A healthy, warm, filling twist on the hot cereal you may have grown up with. And I have to say....it was really good! Of course, I gave it my own twists, tweeking it to my liking.

So, in case you are ever in a "eggs for breakfast" rut like I have been, here's another great option for a hot breakfast....and it doesn't include eggs!

Malt-OH-Meal

3/4 c. to 1 c. almond milk (or coconut milk), heated for 1 1/2 minutes in the microwave
(depending on how thick you like your cereal)
2 Tbs. ground flaxseeds (freshly ground is best, if you have a grinder. I do not.)
1/4 c. Vanilla Jay Robb Whey Protein
1 dropperful stevia glycerite (I like my cereal sweet - the original recipe calls for only one drop of stevia glycerite - use according to your personal taste)
Sprinkle of sea salt (this is my addition - a little salt brings out the sweetness and adds necessary flavor)
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla or maple extract (optional)
1 tsp. Psyllium Husk powder (optional, but I find is necessary for the appropriate thickness)

Other Options:
You could add nuts, or use a different protein powder flavor such a chocolate or strawberry

Directions:
Combine hot almond milk with all the remaining ingredients. Stir until mixed well and let sit for a few minutes or overnight (I've never tried the overnight method) until the cereal thickens.
(if you grind your flaxseed fresh, it will thicken and it will have tons of Omega 3's!)

Enjoy!!